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Lots to like about the article, but it seems to hinge on the idea that the company will tell you the salary range. A lot of the article keys off off where the o
by tyingq 5y ago
Lots to like about the article, but it seems to hinge on the idea that the company will tell you the salary range. A lot of the article keys off off where the offer falls in the range.
That works at many tech companies where the range is well known for a specific position.
But, there are thousands of tech jobs at non tech companies too. The ranges aren't well known. Titles may mean completely different things at different companies,etc.
So the advice to get good intel is key. Company specific intel, like what titles exist, how they compare to each other, ranges (if possible), etc.
I suppose it's also possible to ask, after an offer is made, where it is in the range, though that may not get a clear answer either.
- mateo- 5y agoNot sure about other states, but in WA you can legally request the range once offered a position -- applies to applicants within and without.
- mateo- 5y agough, just remembered that this was kinda used against me as an internal candidate. I read about the new law and decided to exercise my rights. Turns out senior leadership in my department thought I might sue based and saw it as info gathering for that...
- doktorhladnjak 5y agoUnfortunately I don’t think any of these laws extend beyond salary to bonuses or equity, which makes them all but useless for tech jobs in markets like the Bay Area or Seattle.